Westlake Drive Pavement and Utility Replacement Project

The City of DeSoto, Texas is requesting bids on the Westlake Drive Pavement and Utility Replacement Project under RFB-DEA-2602, with bids due October 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. local time and a pre-bid conference on October 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The City has established a 20 percent overall DBE/MWBE/HUB participation goal, with certification accepted from Texas Unified Certification Program members and the Texas State Comptroller.

The scope comprises approximately 13,364 square yards of concrete pavement replacement and 3,522 linear feet of sanitary sewer replacement extending from Cottonwood Drive to Pleasant Run Road. All work must be completed within 150 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed. A minimum of 51 percent of construction work must be performed by the general contractor, with subcontracting permitted for the remainder. Prevailing wage rates apply to all workers under Texas law.

Bids must be accompanied by a bid bond or certified check equal to 5 percent of the total maximum bid amount. The successful bidder must furnish performance, payment, and maintenance bonds each in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price, with the maintenance bond remaining in effect for two years after final acceptance. Proof of workers' compensation and comprehensive general liability insurance is required. Liquidated damages of $500 per day apply for each day of unexcused delay beyond the scheduled completion date.

Written questions must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on October 21, 2026. Contract documents are available for a non-refundable fee of $100 per set or at no charge through www.planetbids.com or www.Civcastusa.com. Award notification is expected within 90 days of bid opening. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to modify or cancel the RFB without liability.